Use on macOS computer / AnyConnect VPN

Problem

  • How do I use Cisco AnyConnect VPN on my macOS computer?

Rationale

  • Miami has an Internet Firewall that restricts the functions that can be performed by computers that are NOT directly connected to Miami's network. VPN allows a computer that is accessing our network from off-campus to behave as if it is on-campus

Resolution

  1. Press Command-key+space-bar to open Spotlight Search
  2. Enter AnyConnect in the Spotlight search field
  3. Double-click the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client application
  4. In the AnyConnect window, the VPN: Connected to field should be pre-populated with muvpn.miamioh.edu
    • If not, enter muvpn.miamioh.edu into the connection field
  5. When prompted, enter your UniqueID and MUnet password
    • Entering the password will generate a Duo Push to your installed Duo app on your first enrolled device —  if you don't have Duo Mobile installed on a device or you prefer a different authentication method, a comma is required followed by your preferred Duo method. Using a comma after the password will allow the following options: push2, [actual passcode from the app], sms, sms2
      • Example: 'password, [Duo option]'
    • Review this KB article for more on how to use Duo authentication in VPN 
  6. Tap OK to connect
  7. After a few moments, the window will disappear
    • Note the Cisco AnyConnect VPN lock icon in the Apple toolbar near the top-right of your screen

 

Disconnect VPN

  • To close the VPN connection, click the Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client lock icon and select the Disconnect option

Notes

System

  • 10393: VPN AnyConnect Client
    • Cisco AnyConnect VPN
  • Security
  • Software & Apps
  • Personally Owned Computer
  • University-owned Computer
    • macOS

 

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VPN (Virtual Private Network)
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) employs encryption and other security means to secure your data when using your computer through public network access (wired or wireless) off campus. Miami University offers Miami VPN for current members of the Miami community and guests alike through Cisco AnyConnect.